Computers in the Classroom

Judy Arzt, Ph.D., Saint Joseph College, CT

 

Software or Website Lesson

 

 

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Syllabus

 

Assignments

 

Schedule

 

Sample Lesson Plans

 

Samples

 

Email me:

jarzt@sjc.edu

 

Basic Directions

Create a lesson plan that integrates a software program or website into the curriculum.

Parts Of The Plan

*       Introduction

State the grade and subject, and explain how the software or website fits the unit of study.  Briefly describe the software or website.

*       Specific Objectives of the Lesson

List lesson objectives as student learning outcomes, for example, the student will be able to define 10 vocabulary words used in the…, list

3 comparisons between…, etc.

*       Instructional Materials

List all materials you and students need for the lesson plan.

*       Lesson Sequence

List and describe the lesson sequence, and include time allotments. The lesson can exceed more than one day.  Be sure to include follow up, such as homework.

*       Evaluation or Assessment

List and describe methods for assessing the learning outcomes based on stated objectives.

*       Supplement Materials

Create student-based instruction sheets, worksheets, homework assignment materials, and such to accompany the plan.  This might also include direction you create for helping students use the software or website.

*       Oral Presentation

Give a lively 10-minute presentation for the class describing your plan and demonstrating the software.  Keep us engaged. 

 

    Evaluation Criteria

 Written Plan: 70 %

*        Clarity of introduction and objectives: 15 %

*        Appropriateness and clarity of lesson sequence, follow up, assessment, and supplemental material:  40 %

*       Understanding of the technology’s role for meeting educational objectives: 15 %

*  Oral Presentation 30 %

*        Relevance of presentation to the audience 10 %

*        Effective demonstration of software or website 10 %

*        Effective presentation skills and use of handouts (Liveliness) 10 %

 

Access samples:

If using software, please be sure your software is installed before the night of the class presentations!

 

Last revised: 12/18/08

Judy Arzt

jarzt@sjc.edu

 

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